THANKS FOR THE PODCAST ALLEY VOTES!!! Today we're going to talk a little about our places in our families, and how little things can be a big deal to us.

This episode is a quick and dirty rundown on why its been so long between podcasts.

Today CaptJoe covers why the podcast is so important to him, along with how important you, the listener are.

CaptJoe waits till his ambien/klonopin combo kicks in and then records. Either classic or crap, your call.

Today Joe talks about the insanity that was the wedding, and boy was it insane!

Today Joe talks about family and how it feels to be treated badly in a family situation. Many families deny the reality of mental illness, and cannot understand the needs of those of us struggling with the disorder.

Today Joe takes a minute to talk about fear and paranoia a little bit, though fighting the feeling of sounding crazy. When he overcomes that fear, he will return to the topic to hopefully make others feel even less alone by sharing his experiences.

Today CaptJoe talks about how important it is to have personal and private space, and how traumatizing it is to have that space invaded. He tries explain why this space is so important to us for those that might not understand.

THANKS FOR THE PODCASTALLEY. COM VOTES! KEEP EM COMIN PLEASE!

In this episode Joe relays a story about those that should be directly medically involved with his healthcare making him feel as though he is nothing. This episode is honest and open, and is a bit scary for him to release.

Happy Mothers Day from Bipolar Nation

In this episode Joe talks about if a 'cure' would be a good thing for him. He asks that everyone let him know their opinion. Would you get 'cured' if it was an option?

This is an encore presentation of Bipolar Nation 6.

In this episode Joe covers some emails and continues his discussion on family difficulties. Next time will bring a new subject, we promise!

This is an encore presentation of Episode 5. Enjoy!

In This episode Joe takes some time and really opens up his heart to share with everyone the pain of being bipolar alone in a family and the heartbreaking situation when someone is an outsider int the one place they are supposed to fit in.

IF ANYONE HAS EPISODE 3 PLEASE LET ME KNOW. I seem to have *ahem* lost it.

This is an encore presentation of Bipolar Nation episode 4.

Check out this announcement to get up to speed with what is going on at Bipolar Nation!

This is a rebroadcast of Episode 2, and the very first solo episode Joe did.

This is a rebroadcast of Episode 1 recorded and released in September 2006. Try not to laugh at us.

Joe lives! This episode is a 'catch up' episode. Joe offers an explanation for the long delay between episodes. Joe also discusses the irritations of changing medications. A listener's voicemail is discussed, as she makes some really good points.

This is along with Joe's usual ramblings. Enjoy!

BPN 30 is now ready and posted. This time I'm talking about how it feels when people press you to do things they *know* you aren't capable of. Beepers need to be open with the things that are beyond our tolerances, and never lie about it to get out of something. Those around us need to be sensitive of our feelings and needs, along with understanding that we do our best.

In this episode CaptJoe talks once again about Britney Spears and what it's like to be bipolar, and possibly not even know it. He covers some of the recent events in her life, and compares them to some of his own. Email bipolar_nation_podcast(at)yahoo.com

In Episode 28 I discuss Tsarion and his foolish ideas of mental illness. This man is spreading the stigma and oppression against those of us that suffer from mental illness with his misguided views. I must speak out against those that would say that we are 'allowing' ourselves to be mentally ill.

Happy Holidays! Vote for us at podcast alley!

In this episode, CaptJoe talks about how one can come to accept the diagnosis of having bipolar disorder. It can be a hard and difficult thing to come to terms with living with a mental illness, but there are ways and views that can help us come to understand it. States of mind, certain views, all these things can help to change the perceptions we have about our disorder. Also, we can understand the steps we go through to reach acceptance, which are the same as those taken to cope with the death of a loved one. CaptJoe also covers these as well.

This podcast will hopefully help to show everyone that we can all come to be okay with who we are, diagnosis and all.

In this episode CaptJoe talks a bit about hypersexuality and the impact it can have on people's lives. This is a serious issue for bipolar people as it can threaten relationships and even physical health. Learning to properly deal with the hypersexual urges that often stem from mania can save bipolar people and those that love them from a great deal of heartache.

I believe the ending was a bit cut off, podomatic is still not working properly, and I apologize for that. The tag and summary numbering is off as well because I forgot what episode I was on!

In this episode CaptJoe talks a bit about how we can improve our world by offering support to those around us, and how this small ripple can come to change the world.

Please support Desiree and the NAMI walk of Georgia, coming September 29th. You can find the details in a link on the Bipolar Nation myspace page. We also play a song entitled 'The Empire' in support of the band Inner Surge. Be sure to check out their website, www.innersurge.com if you enjoy their work.

In this episode CaptJoe revisits the question of social stresses in the face of BBQ season. He also comes to see a great deal of himself in his daughter, and her bipolar-like behaviors, giving him insight into himself. He shares this information with the hopes of assisting others in their search for understanding.

In this Episode, CaptJoe comes across an interview that upsets him a good deal. He plays a snippet, indicating the stigma being propogated and then expounds upon it.

If you are easily angered by stigmas against mental illness, you may wish to skip this podcast

The return has finally happened! This is just a fun little episode with no serious topic, just some humor with Eirienka. Yall check it out, and enjoy the break from the weighty issues usually presented.

A quick show dealing in strange and disturbing thoughts. Putting out a call for artists, the Nation needs your skills! Drop us an email at bipolar_nation_podcast@yahoo.com and voicemail at 206-202-1408.

Bipolar Nation finally hits the landmark 20th show! In this episode Capt Joe talks about relating to the bipolar person. He gives his opinion about which ways are best for approaching interpersonal relationships with people suffering from the disorder, along with an attempt to illuminate the issue from the inside looking out, as usual.

Starting with Episode 21, the first 10 episodes will be removed and archived. If you wish to grab them, do so soon. They will be available by emailing the podcast directly, but they will be removed from the listing until a proper archive can be set up down the road.

In this episode, CaptJoe talks about the feelings of guilt many bipolars suffer from. He also goes off on a tangent about other things, as he nearly always does.

Welcome our newest production team member Danielle!

WARNING MAY TRIGGER! CaptJoe offers insight and thoughts on depression. He also speaks some to suicide, hence the trigger warning. Depression is something we all face, and it's not something to be feared, as long as it is dealt with appropriately.

Also Bipolar Nation needs a tagline! If you have a suggestion on a good tagline for the podcast, email it in! Also feel free to email in your thoughts about memory and bipolar!

Bipolar Nation is finally home! In this episode CaptJoe speaks briefly on manic states, the new voicemail number, and plans to get back to a regular schedule! He also gives mad props to a listener, check it out!

Episode 16 covers catching up on news and events. Capt Joe gives shoutouts to the people that make the podcast what it is. Check it out and see if you're mentioned!

He wraps up by taking a moment to express the agony over the sad news coming out of Virgina Tech this past week along with the news out of NASA.

Check out the new blog section at the myspace page, and be sure to check out the links mentioned in the podcast!

In episode 15, CaptJoe takes a look at Britney Spears latest behavior and the thought that the super star might suffer from bipolar disorder. He compares some of her behavior as of late to his own. Sometimes seeing others behavior is the best way to realize your own.

Another trainwreck of an episode. Technical problems plauged the Nation this time, though the Capt struggled through. In this episode Capt Joe talks about how sometimes bad news leads to manic feelings.

In episode 13, CaptJoe takes the mic and fights back tears as he attempts to explain why helping others matters so much to him. New voicemail number now in use, 206-202-1408. Thanks for the votes and comments on Podcast Alley!

in this episode CaptJoe takes a moment to reflect on Anna Nicole Smith and how much of her behavoir seems similar to bipolar disorder. Also announcements concerning Presidental hopes, and the (psuedo)review of Running With Scissors.

Bipolar Nation returns with a quick episode to touch base and let everyone know that we have not fallen off the face of the earth. It's been crazy times over the holidays. We will be back with a full regular show soon.

Happy Holidays from Bipolar Nation!